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Sweet Beginnings: Five clean, heartwarming romance series starters
Five clean, heartwarming romances - each a series starter with a happily-ever after! Love blossoms between unlikely couples in this heartfelt collection of small-town sweet romances. Stories with real emotion, faith, humor, and a dash of danger!
Opposites attract, an unlikely modern marriage of convenience leads to more, the broken-hearted get new chances, and single-dad cowboys fall in love with strong-willed women in these five sweet, heartwarming, complete romances to give you hours of reading joy!
A woman in jeopardy and with too many secrets meets a cowboy turned cop from a nearby family ranch; a heartbroken nurse finds a new chance at love with a professional football player who might leave the small town soon; a rebellious restaurant owner reluctantly accepts help to stay alive from a charming doctor who might have his own agenda, and much more.Book 1: No Fake Dating for a Cowboy from Escape to Cowboy Crossing
A woman in jeopardy, a cowboy turned small-town cop grieving his fiancée, and a relationship too real to be fake…
fake relationshipcowboy/copwoman in perilBook 2: Show Me a Marriage of Convenience from Cowboy Crossing Romances
An ex-player cowboy with a little son, the boy's shy plus-size aunt, and a reluctant modern marriage of convenience only the boy is excited about…
marriage of convenienceplus-sized heroinesingle-dad cowboy heroBook 3: Season of Miracles from Rios Azules Christmas
When a nurse starting over in a new town after escaping a painful relationship meets the footballer grandson of her patient, is it a new beginning or a new heartache?
celebrity sportsman herowoman with secretssecond chance at loveBook 4: Season of Romance from Rios Azules The Macalisters
When an affluent businessman becomes a single father to a sick nephew, he needs help from a shy small-town paramedic next door. But the beautiful neighbor harbors a painful secret.
single fatherfish-out-of-waterBook 5: Color of Danger from Secrets of Rios Azules
When a small-town business owner becomes a target again, she encounters an unusual ally who has his own secret agenda. Will they find love amid danger?
woman in jeopardyfast paced suspenseredemption and second chancesDiscover five wonderful small-town romance series though the pages of these heartwarming stand-alone stories!
★★★★★ "A great collection of heartwarming stories by one of my favorite authors. I enjoyed each of the books, the characters and their stories." MJ.
★★★★★ "This is an amazing series which I recommend to everyone who loves good, clean romances." Carol Witzenburger
★★★★★ "I have read and own each of these books and now to have them all together is total bliss." judi duncan.
★★★★★ "Each book has characters who will steal into your heart, storylines that will keep you glued to the edge of your seat, and will have leave you in anticipation for the next book in the series.
Opposites attract, an unlikely modern marriage of convenience leads to more, the broken-hearted get new chances, and single-dad cowboys fall in love with strong-willed women in these five sweet, heartwarming, complete romances to give you hours of reading joy!
A woman in jeopardy and with too many secrets meets a cowboy turned cop from a nearby family ranch; a heartbroken nurse finds a new chance at love with a professional football player who might leave the small town soon; a rebellious restaurant owner reluctantly accepts help to stay alive from a charming doctor who might have his own agenda, and much more.Book 1: No Fake Dating for a Cowboy from Escape to Cowboy Crossing
A woman in jeopardy, a cowboy turned small-town cop grieving his fiancée, and a relationship too real to be fake…
fake relationshipcowboy/copwoman in perilBook 2: Show Me a Marriage of Convenience from Cowboy Crossing Romances
An ex-player cowboy with a little son, the boy's shy plus-size aunt, and a reluctant modern marriage of convenience only the boy is excited about…
marriage of convenienceplus-sized heroinesingle-dad cowboy heroBook 3: Season of Miracles from Rios Azules Christmas
When a nurse starting over in a new town after escaping a painful relationship meets the footballer grandson of her patient, is it a new beginning or a new heartache?
celebrity sportsman herowoman with secretssecond chance at loveBook 4: Season of Romance from Rios Azules The Macalisters
When an affluent businessman becomes a single father to a sick nephew, he needs help from a shy small-town paramedic next door. But the beautiful neighbor harbors a painful secret.
single fatherfish-out-of-waterBook 5: Color of Danger from Secrets of Rios Azules
When a small-town business owner becomes a target again, she encounters an unusual ally who has his own secret agenda. Will they find love amid danger?
woman in jeopardyfast paced suspenseredemption and second chancesDiscover five wonderful small-town romance series though the pages of these heartwarming stand-alone stories!
★★★★★ "A great collection of heartwarming stories by one of my favorite authors. I enjoyed each of the books, the characters and their stories." MJ.
★★★★★ "This is an amazing series which I recommend to everyone who loves good, clean romances." Carol Witzenburger
★★★★★ "I have read and own each of these books and now to have them all together is total bliss." judi duncan.
★★★★★ "Each book has characters who will steal into your heart, storylines that will keep you glued to the edge of your seat, and will have leave you in anticipation for the next book in the series.
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1019 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 25, 2022
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Alexa Verde
118 books308 followersAlexa Verde writes feel-good small-town romances with a smile. She'd love it if you subscribed to her newsletter https://dl.bookfunnel.com/gitieu15ex. Every subscriber gets a free Christian romance after confirming the subscription as a thank-you gift.
She penned her first literary "masterpiece" (a rhymed poem) at the ripe age of eight, and since has had over forty books and 200 short stories, articles, and poems published in the five languages that she speaks. Over 60 million pages of her books have been read worldwide. She has bachelor's degrees in English and Spanish, a master's in Russian, and enjoys writing about characters from diverse cultures. She's worn the hats of reporter, teacher, translator, assistant, model (even one day counts!), and caretaker, but thinks that the writer's hat suits her the best. She hopes and prays that her stories will bring joy to her readers. Heartfelt thanks for your interest in her books!
She penned her first literary "masterpiece" (a rhymed poem) at the ripe age of eight, and since has had over forty books and 200 short stories, articles, and poems published in the five languages that she speaks. Over 60 million pages of her books have been read worldwide. She has bachelor's degrees in English and Spanish, a master's in Russian, and enjoys writing about characters from diverse cultures. She's worn the hats of reporter, teacher, translator, assistant, model (even one day counts!), and caretaker, but thinks that the writer's hat suits her the best. She hopes and prays that her stories will bring joy to her readers. Heartfelt thanks for your interest in her books!
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October 26, 2022
All in One! Best stories in one collection!
A collection of stories that will make you laugh out loud. I loved every page of these stories!
“…in the looks and outgoing personality department, on the scale from one to ten, he was a thousand, and she was... an optimistic three. On a good day.”
I received an ARC of these books for review. I was not required to write a favorable review. All opinions in this review are my own.
A collection of stories that will make you laugh out loud. I loved every page of these stories!
“…in the looks and outgoing personality department, on the scale from one to ten, he was a thousand, and she was... an optimistic three. On a good day.”
I received an ARC of these books for review. I was not required to write a favorable review. All opinions in this review are my own.
October 30, 2022
I have read two of the three books in this boxed set and thoroughly enjoyed them. Each of the stories features fascinating characters who are struggling with insecurities, doubts and tumultuous emotions, and perhaps even a crisis of faith. Each book contains some mystery and suspense that helps to make it even more captivating. As the main characters work together to solve the mystery, they are forced to face their pasts, confront their fears and doubts, and reflect on their faith in God, in each other and in themselves. All of the books give readers a very satisfying conclusion.
No Fake Dating For A Cowboy
Ronan and Jessie’s story is part tender love story and part suspenseful mystery. Jessie and Ronan are multi-faceted, intriguing characters that evoke empathy and a wish to see them find a wonderful happily ever after. Both are officers of the law and are dedicated to helping people. They are also fiercely loyal to their families, even though Jessie’s family is not connected through blood, but rather by shared experiences and choice. Jessie and her fellow foster sisters have made a family in which everyone offers each other unconditional support and love, and everyone has a distinct role. Jessie’s role is the protector. She will sacrifice just about anything to keep the others safe, even her own life. She never expected to meet a man who would stir her heart again and inspire both faith and trust. Both Ronan and Jessie open their hearts to each other as they work to solve a mystery. Will they reach toward love and each other as God intended or will they let doubt and insecurities keep them apart?
Show Me A Marriage Of Convenience
Kade and Heather haven’t had good luck with relationships and each are dealing with insecurities that make it hard for them to believe that they are worthy of love. Kade’s childhood with his neglectful and manipulative father left scars on his soul. His player past and his divorce from a woman too much like his father have reinforced his beliefs that he is not suited to a long term relationship. The only good thing that resulted from his marriage is his adorable little boy, Landon. Heather is the sister of Kade’s ex, and even though she has long been attracted to Kade, she is under no illusions that he is attracted to her or even sees her as being anything other than his son’s babysitter. She proposes marriage to Kade in an effort to keep him from leaving town with her nephew. She is shocked when Kade agrees to it a few days later, after a little soul searching, asking God’s guidance and plenty of nudging from his family. Their marriage of convenience fosters a new awareness of each other, and reexamination of their own feelings, desires and hopes for the future. When they must face the reappearance of past troublemakers, they both allow their insecurities and doubts to overshadow the tender feelings growing in their hearts. Could their marriage of convenience really lead to a love match?
I look forward to reading the other three books in this boxed set. I have no doubt that are as interesting, intriguing and wonderful as any of the books that I have read that were written by Alexa. I received an ARC of this boxed set, and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
No Fake Dating For A Cowboy
Ronan and Jessie’s story is part tender love story and part suspenseful mystery. Jessie and Ronan are multi-faceted, intriguing characters that evoke empathy and a wish to see them find a wonderful happily ever after. Both are officers of the law and are dedicated to helping people. They are also fiercely loyal to their families, even though Jessie’s family is not connected through blood, but rather by shared experiences and choice. Jessie and her fellow foster sisters have made a family in which everyone offers each other unconditional support and love, and everyone has a distinct role. Jessie’s role is the protector. She will sacrifice just about anything to keep the others safe, even her own life. She never expected to meet a man who would stir her heart again and inspire both faith and trust. Both Ronan and Jessie open their hearts to each other as they work to solve a mystery. Will they reach toward love and each other as God intended or will they let doubt and insecurities keep them apart?
Show Me A Marriage Of Convenience
Kade and Heather haven’t had good luck with relationships and each are dealing with insecurities that make it hard for them to believe that they are worthy of love. Kade’s childhood with his neglectful and manipulative father left scars on his soul. His player past and his divorce from a woman too much like his father have reinforced his beliefs that he is not suited to a long term relationship. The only good thing that resulted from his marriage is his adorable little boy, Landon. Heather is the sister of Kade’s ex, and even though she has long been attracted to Kade, she is under no illusions that he is attracted to her or even sees her as being anything other than his son’s babysitter. She proposes marriage to Kade in an effort to keep him from leaving town with her nephew. She is shocked when Kade agrees to it a few days later, after a little soul searching, asking God’s guidance and plenty of nudging from his family. Their marriage of convenience fosters a new awareness of each other, and reexamination of their own feelings, desires and hopes for the future. When they must face the reappearance of past troublemakers, they both allow their insecurities and doubts to overshadow the tender feelings growing in their hearts. Could their marriage of convenience really lead to a love match?
I look forward to reading the other three books in this boxed set. I have no doubt that are as interesting, intriguing and wonderful as any of the books that I have read that were written by Alexa. I received an ARC of this boxed set, and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
October 26, 2022
No Fake Dating for a Cowboy:
I enjoyed this romance tinged with some suspense. I’m excited for this series - I hope there is suspense in all of them! And of course, staying in Cowboy Crossing is awesome! I can’t wait for Paisley’s story.
Show Me a Marriage of Convenience
I loved this single dad romance! There were some super interesting and unique aspects. I’m so excited that Verde is doing a bunch of Cowboy Crossing books. I’ve devoured all of the ones by Jessie Gussman. I cannot wait to see more of this family!
Season of Miracles
I really enjoyed this small town, football player romance. I loved the family aspect in addition to Lana and her past. It was a wonderful and caring slow burn romance.
Season of Romance
A sweet small town romance with loss and a child and dealing with diabetes. It was an enjoyable read with a lot of family involved.
Color of Danger
I enjoyed this start to a new series. Suspense and danger the whole way through. I liked this town and these characters and am excited to read more!
I enjoyed this romance tinged with some suspense. I’m excited for this series - I hope there is suspense in all of them! And of course, staying in Cowboy Crossing is awesome! I can’t wait for Paisley’s story.
Show Me a Marriage of Convenience
I loved this single dad romance! There were some super interesting and unique aspects. I’m so excited that Verde is doing a bunch of Cowboy Crossing books. I’ve devoured all of the ones by Jessie Gussman. I cannot wait to see more of this family!
Season of Miracles
I really enjoyed this small town, football player romance. I loved the family aspect in addition to Lana and her past. It was a wonderful and caring slow burn romance.
Season of Romance
A sweet small town romance with loss and a child and dealing with diabetes. It was an enjoyable read with a lot of family involved.
Color of Danger
I enjoyed this start to a new series. Suspense and danger the whole way through. I liked this town and these characters and am excited to read more!
October 26, 2022
If Alexa Verde was an artisan, she would be a weaver. She can take the merest threads of imagination and weave them into a glorious tapestry creating a story that you can't put down! This collection is some of her finest work combining unforgettable characters, believable plots with twists and turns, humor, romance and HEAs. And it's all done with a focus on living with God as a focus for daily living. Not preachy or hitting you over the head with a Bible but simply relying on God's grace and mercy to get you through the tough times.
October 28, 2022
An inspiring boxed set including stories from five Alexa Verde's series. The Cowboy Crossing Romances are an inspiring series - part romance, part mystery, descriptive details, imperfect recovering characters, page turning plot, relatable themes, and a satisfying resolution. As a Midwesterner, I enjoyed how Alexa Verde included the Missouri State Motto - The Show ME State. Delightful name of the town - Cowboy Crossing.
Rio Azul Romances are emotional inspiring stories about faith, love, second chances and hope. Purchased and read each story when they were first published.
Rio Azul Romances are emotional inspiring stories about faith, love, second chances and hope. Purchased and read each story when they were first published.
October 30, 2022
FAVORITE Firsts!
Sweet Beginnings has the beginning books for five of my favorite series by one of my all time favorite authors! Each book has characters who will steal into your heart, storylines that will keep you glued to the edge of your seat, and will have leave you in anticipation for the next book in the series. Don’t ask me for a favorite, because it’s always the last book that I read - they are ALL fabulous.
Sweet Beginnings has the beginning books for five of my favorite series by one of my all time favorite authors! Each book has characters who will steal into your heart, storylines that will keep you glued to the edge of your seat, and will have leave you in anticipation for the next book in the series. Don’t ask me for a favorite, because it’s always the last book that I read - they are ALL fabulous.
October 27, 2022
Alexa Verde's stories are always a delight to read, and this collection is a set of series starters so you get a sampling of the various communities she's created. Her books are sweet, clean romances, usually with a touch of suspense, and always filled with inspirational messages that leave you with all the warm fuzzies by the end of the story. Alexa Verde's books are always a must-read for me.
October 28, 2022
Such a great collection of Alexa Verde’s stories. These are books from several different series. You will get a good sense of how wonderful her stories are. I have read many of her books. They are always so enjoyable. I highly recommend this one
I received a free copy of this book and this is my voluntary, honest review.
I received a free copy of this book and this is my voluntary, honest review.
December 23, 2022
Five Great Beginnings
Each book has a love story with some obstacles and hurdles, and some mystery and suspense. There are strong characters, who sometime struggle with their faith, emotions, and doubts. The has you believing that these stories are happening now. These books deserve you reading them. MG
Each book has a love story with some obstacles and hurdles, and some mystery and suspense. There are strong characters, who sometime struggle with their faith, emotions, and doubts. The has you believing that these stories are happening now. These books deserve you reading them. MG
October 25, 2022
Great Read
to moreA great collection of heartwarming stories by one of my favorite authors. I enjoyed each of the books, the characters and their stories. These books are really good reads. I look forward books by this author.
to moreA great collection of heartwarming stories by one of my favorite authors. I enjoyed each of the books, the characters and their stories. These books are really good reads. I look forward books by this author.
October 26, 2022
This set of stories by Alexa Verde is amazing. The characters are well developed and the storylines are inspirational with added suspense, adventure and romance. Don’t miss out on the enjoyment that each of these books brings.
October 29, 2022
These books are filled with wonderful characters who you will love reading about. I couldn’t stop reading these books they are so good. I had the honor to review this box set for the author for a honest review.
February 20, 2023
Never Give Up
I've already read your Books 3,4,5 which I enjoyed very much. I enjoyed Book 1. It kept you on your toes. I really enjoyed Book 2. I found it very inspiring about how Heather had so much love for her nephew and was so giving.
I've already read your Books 3,4,5 which I enjoyed very much. I enjoyed Book 1. It kept you on your toes. I really enjoyed Book 2. I found it very inspiring about how Heather had so much love for her nephew and was so giving.
March 13, 2023
Wow
You will definitely want to get these books.Each store is really great.Clean reading and trusting in God! I especially loved the last story.I will be reading more by this Author.
You will definitely want to get these books.Each store is really great.Clean reading and trusting in God! I especially loved the last story.I will be reading more by this Author.
April 13, 2024
Sweet Beginnings Wow
These stories were so good that I could not put them down. I read one yesterday and could not wait to read another one today. Everyone will love them for sure!!!
These stories were so good that I could not put them down. I read one yesterday and could not wait to read another one today. Everyone will love them for sure!!!
November 4, 2025
Lots of repeating the plot
I'm an adoptive mom and the stories with adoption were not true to life. Wonder if the author has any history or study of this precious topic? It is too important for me not to bring it up.
I'm an adoptive mom and the stories with adoption were not true to life. Wonder if the author has any history or study of this precious topic? It is too important for me not to bring it up.
October 26, 2022
Five really good books to start with Alexa Verde’s way of mixing romance, faith and suspense in a way that keep you reading until the end. Good read
December 6, 2022
5 stories
The last story in this set of books was awful. So much nastiness and gore. I am not murder mystery fan. Nope nope nope.
The last story in this set of books was awful. So much nastiness and gore. I am not murder mystery fan. Nope nope nope.
December 23, 2022
One or two of the stories were not bad but the rest well for me were not were not up to par... sorry just my opinion......
January 22, 2023
Sweet Beginnings
I enjoyed the five books. Each book was different . Well written stories that kept me reading late at night. I would recommend these books to friends.
I enjoyed the five books. Each book was different . Well written stories that kept me reading late at night. I would recommend these books to friends.
August 28, 2025
Please see individual stories for review.
August 30, 2025
Great variety.
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